HSBC Holdings PLC ADR (HSBC)vsOld Second Bancorp Inc (OSBC)
HSBC
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR
$107.09
+4.38%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $345.06B
OSBC
Old Second Bancorp Inc
$25.29
+0.28%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.27B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR generates 18582% more annual revenue ($63.77B vs $341.37M). HSBC leads profitability with a 35.0% profit margin vs 27.1%. HSBC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.00. OSBC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
HSBC
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
OSBC
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 50.7%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 44.7%
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 22.7% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.4x book value
3.3% revenue growth
2.6% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HSBC
The strongest argument for HSBC centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.0% and operating margin at 50.7%. PEG of 1.00 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : OSBC
The strongest argument for OSBC centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.1% and operating margin at 44.7%. Revenue growth of 22.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HSBC
The primary concerns for HSBC are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : OSBC
The primary concerns for OSBC are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HSBC profiles as a value stock while OSBC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
OSBC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.70 — expect wider price swings.
OSBC is growing revenue faster at 22.7% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
OSBC scores higher overall (74/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 27.1% margins and 22.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
HSBC Holdings PLC ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
HSBC Holdings plc offers banking and financial products and services globally. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
Old Second Bancorp Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Old Second Bancorp, Inc. is the banking holding company for Old Second National Bank providing a range of banking services. The company is headquartered in Aurora, Illinois.
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